Buffalo enters first round with high expectations, stacked roster

‘But in Wade Dubielewicz, a backup goalie who rescued the Isles’ season, Buffalo is preparing for a largely unknown commodity. Dubielewicz played two periods against Buffalo this season, but has just 17 National Hockey League starts in threeseasons. He is, however, hot when it counts, and the Sabres would prefer to get to him early rather than allowing Dubielewicz to gain confidence.’